Pink Peppercorn and Fennel Gravlax Recipe

Name: Pink Peppercorn and Fennel Gravlax
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons kosher salt; One 2-pound skin-on center-cut salmon fillet, pinbones removed; 2 tablespoons pink peppercorn; 2 tablespoons caraway seeds; 2 tablespoons coriander seeds; 2 tablespoons fennel pollen; 1 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper; 1/4 cup sugar; 1 large bunch of dill; Rye crackers, sour cream, sliced onions and drained capers, for serving

Servings: persons

1
Fill a large bowl or baking dish with water, add 2 tablespoons of the salt and stir until dissolved.
2
Submerge the salmon in the water and let stand for 10 minutes.
3
Drain the fish and pat dry with paper towels.
4
Meanwhile, in a small skillet, toast the pink peppercorns, caraway and coriander over moderate heat, stirring, until very fragrant, about 2 minutes.
5
Cool slightly, then coarsely grind in a mortar or spice grinder.
6
Transfer the spice mixture to a small bowl and stir in the fennel pollen, white pepper, sugar and the remaining 1/2 cup of salt.
7
Line a rimmed baking sheet with plastic wrap.
8
Arrange half of the dill down the center of the baking sheet.
9
Sprinkle half of the spice mixture evenly over the dill, then top with the salmon, skin side down.
10
Sprinkle the remaining spice mixture over the top and sides of the salmon in an even layer.
11
Top with the remaining dill.
12
Wrap the salmon tightly in the plastic wrap and place skin side down on the baking sheet.
13
Top with a second baking sheet and heavy canned goods to weigh it down.
14
Refrigerate for 1 day.
15
Unwrap the fish and pat dry.
16
Rewrap the fish and seasonings in a clean sheet of plastic, leaving behind any released liquid and squeezing out excess liquid from the dill.
17
Place the freshly wrapped salmon skin side up on the baking sheet.
18
Top with the baking sheet and weights and refrigerate for 2 days, until the flesh feels firm in the center.
19
Rinse off the fish, pat it dry and thinly slice.
20
Serve with rye crackers, sour cream, sliced onions and capers.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons kosher salt, One 2-pound skin-on center-cut salmon fillet, pinbones removed, 2 tablespoons pink peppercorn, 2 tablespoons caraway seeds, and more.

Yes, Pink Peppercorn and Fennel Gravlax falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Pink Peppercorn and Fennel Gravlax

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